India is in the grip of an intense heatwave, with temperatures crossing 44°C in several parts of the country.
The India Meteorological Department ( IMD) has issued yellow and orange alerts for multiple states, cautioning citizens about potentially life-threatening conditions.
Telangana is among the worst-hit states, with Nirmal district recording a scorching 44.5°C — one of the highest in the country this season.
The IMD has placed Telangana under an orange alert from April 24 to 26.
IMD issues orange, yellow alerts
Districts like Adilabad, Kumram Bheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, Nizamabad, and Jagtial are witnessing extreme heat, attributed to a north-south trough disrupting regular weather patterns.
IMD-Hyderabad has warned that conditions could worsen, urging residents to avoid direct sun exposure, particularly between 12 PM and 4 PM.
But Telangana isn’t alone. Northern, central, and eastern states are also reeling under oppressive temperatures. Delhi-NCR has reported highs of 41–43°C, prompting a yellow alert.
In Uttar Pradesh, cities like Agra and Kanpur are under orange alert as the mercury inches dangerously close to 44°C. Bihar’s Patna is expected to touch 40°C, while Odisha’s Jharsuguda and Bolangir are already experiencing similar extremes.
The IMD’s alerts point to a widespread and persistent weather trend that’s already impacting millions.
Orange alerts, which signify more severe heatwave conditions, are in place across key regions, signaling heightened risk to public health. Hospitals are reporting an uptick in heatstroke and dehydration cases, with emergency services stretched in some areas.
Heatwaves strike India: Advisories issued
The list of affected areas continues to grow. In Telangana, heat-related advisories have been issued at the district level.
Cities like Patna and Hyderabad are witnessing deserted streets during peak afternoon hours as residents stay indoors to escape the sun.
The IMD expects the heatwave to persist through the week, though marginal relief may come by the weekend in select regions.
This prolonged spell of extreme heat comes as a grim reminder of rising climate volatility and the urgent need for comprehensive heatwave management strategies. With summer just beginning, experts warn that conditions could become even more severe in the weeks ahead if adaptive measures are not scaled up.
(With ToI inputs)
The India Meteorological Department ( IMD) has issued yellow and orange alerts for multiple states, cautioning citizens about potentially life-threatening conditions.
Telangana is among the worst-hit states, with Nirmal district recording a scorching 44.5°C — one of the highest in the country this season.
The IMD has placed Telangana under an orange alert from April 24 to 26.
IMD issues orange, yellow alerts
Districts like Adilabad, Kumram Bheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, Nizamabad, and Jagtial are witnessing extreme heat, attributed to a north-south trough disrupting regular weather patterns.
IMD-Hyderabad has warned that conditions could worsen, urging residents to avoid direct sun exposure, particularly between 12 PM and 4 PM.
But Telangana isn’t alone. Northern, central, and eastern states are also reeling under oppressive temperatures. Delhi-NCR has reported highs of 41–43°C, prompting a yellow alert.
In Uttar Pradesh, cities like Agra and Kanpur are under orange alert as the mercury inches dangerously close to 44°C. Bihar’s Patna is expected to touch 40°C, while Odisha’s Jharsuguda and Bolangir are already experiencing similar extremes.
The IMD’s alerts point to a widespread and persistent weather trend that’s already impacting millions.
Orange alerts, which signify more severe heatwave conditions, are in place across key regions, signaling heightened risk to public health. Hospitals are reporting an uptick in heatstroke and dehydration cases, with emergency services stretched in some areas.
Heatwaves strike India: Advisories issued
The list of affected areas continues to grow. In Telangana, heat-related advisories have been issued at the district level.
Cities like Patna and Hyderabad are witnessing deserted streets during peak afternoon hours as residents stay indoors to escape the sun.
The IMD expects the heatwave to persist through the week, though marginal relief may come by the weekend in select regions.
This prolonged spell of extreme heat comes as a grim reminder of rising climate volatility and the urgent need for comprehensive heatwave management strategies. With summer just beginning, experts warn that conditions could become even more severe in the weeks ahead if adaptive measures are not scaled up.
(With ToI inputs)
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